Calm: Brief Books about Big Ideas

The book "Calm" explores how to cultivate a sense of calm using digital technologies, sound, routines, and mindfulness training, and our own bodies and minds. It reveals that our perceptual experiences are rooted in a deeper, shared human phenomenon and that our need for peace and quiet varies greatly.

Format: Paperback / softback
Length: 60 pages
Publication date: 13 June 2023
Publisher: Johns Hopkins University Press

In her book Calm, sound, and media researcher Iben Have delves into the art of cultivating a sense of calm in our fast-paced world. Through her exploration of digital technologies, sound, routines, and mindfulness training, Professor Have offers practical strategies for finding inner peace amidst the chaos. She delves into the science behind human perception and sensory experience, revealing that our perceptual experiences are not solely shaped by culture but are rooted in a deeper, shared human phenomenon. While creativity often thrives in a calm environment, individuals have varying needs for peace and quiet. Professor Have helps us identify our optimal stimulation zone, enabling us to perform at our best and experience a sense of mindfulness and presence in the present moment.

In the series Reflections, co-published with Denmark's Aarhus University Press, scholars present 60-page reflections on key concepts. These books offer unique insights on a wide array of topics, presenting exciting discoveries and fresh perspectives to readers. Each reflection is written by a renowned expert in their field, providing deep and thought-provoking analysis that will engage and enlighten readers. Whether you're interested in philosophy, psychology, history, or any other discipline, Reflections has something to offer. By exploring these thought-provoking essays, you can expand your knowledge and gain new perspectives on the world around you.

Weight: 70g
Dimension: 180 x 110 x 8 (mm)
ISBN-13: 9781421446066